Iran10 April, 20261 min read
Spain Condemns US-Israeli War on Iran, Denies Use of Bases for Attacks
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Spain condemned U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran as violations of international law. Spanish foreign minister and Iranian counterpart spoke; Araghchi praised Spain's principled stance.
Spain's Moral Stance
Spain emerged as a vocal critic of the US-Israeli war on Iran, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez condemning the conflict as an unjustified and dangerous military intervention. Spain denied American forces permission to use jointly operated bases to launch attacks against Iran. Spain became the first Western country to reopen its embassy in Tehran after a fragile US-Iran ceasefire took hold.
Sanchez's approach earned him the ire of both Trump and Netanyahu. Spain also condemned Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, accusing the country of trying to inflict the same level of damage and destruction it has done in Gaza.
Iran Praises Spain
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi praised Spain for its principled and honourable stance against US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Araghchi told Albares that Spain’s position has been noted and praised by the Iranian nation and the international community.
Albares reaffirmed that upholding international law, protecting human values, and opposing war remain the core principles of Spanish foreign policy. The two ministers discussed the Pakistan-mediated ceasefire, with Albares welcoming the announcement.
US-Spain Rift
Spain’s refusal to support the US-Israeli war on Iran led to a diplomatic rift with Trump threatening to cut off all trade. Spain closed its entire airspace to US aircraft involved in the conflict.
Other European allies took more cautious positions. Foreign Policy described Spain’s stance as much more in line with international law.
Public Opinion and Legacy
Anti-American sentiment in Spain runs deep, with 51 percent of Spanish people believing Washington poses a threat to Europe. Forty-three percent of Spaniards oppose the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Spain’s stance reflects a broader trend among smaller European countries. The country became one of the first European nations to recognise the state of Palestine.
